Family Legal Assistant

Family Legal Assistant / SecretaryLocation:Manchester Salary: Attractive salary, dependent on experience Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:15pm (fully office based)An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Family Legal Assistant / Secretary to join a busy and supportive legal team. This role would suit someone with previous family law experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and providing high-quality administrative support. Key Responsibilities • Dealing with queries raised by clients, solicitors and third parties • Providing regular client updates and monitoring matter progression • Opening and closing files on the case management system in line with AML procedures, quality standards and SRA regulations • Assisting with the drafting of basic correspondence, legal forms and documents under supervision • Preparing and submitting documents to HMCTS and the Legal Aid Agency • Maintaining contact lists, calendars and diaries for fee earners • Monitoring deadlines, appointments and key dates • Preparing and submitting bills, payments and receipts while liaising with the finance team • Handling overflow telephone calls from clients • Providing reception cover when required • Preparing banking and post duties • Carrying out general administrative support tasks • Supporting the wider team to ensure the smooth running of the office Requirements • Previous experience working as a Family Legal Assistant or Legal Secretary • Strong understanding of the day-to-day operations within a legal office • Excellent IT skills including Word, Excel and Outlook • Experience using case management systems • Strong written and verbal communication skills • Excellent organisational and administrative abilities • Ability to manage multiple tasks and work effectively under pressure • High attention to detail and accuracy Benefits • Immediate start available • 26 days holiday plus bank holidays • Pension scheme • Holiday bonus scheme • Firm-funded eye tests